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Politics

Russia to Cut Coal Production on Svalbard by 80 000 Tonnes by 2032

The yearly coal production in Barentsburg is planned to be reduced from 120 000 to 40 000 tonnes, according to the Russian Minister of the Development of the Russian Far East and Arctic.
Arne O. Holm says
Arne O. Holm

The Sanctions Against Russia Are Determined by Our Own Needs

(Commentary) 20-something Norwegian businesses are under investigation for violating the sanctions against Russia. At the same time, Russian gas carriers anchor in Norwegian ports and fill up the Russian coffer with euros and dollars. 
Politics

US Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group to Operate in the High North

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world's largest aircraft carrier, and its fleet group will co-train with Norwegian forces in Arctic waters. "I am looking forward to our joint operations on NATO's northern flank," says the commander of the US Sixth Fleet.

Notices

Business / 26.05.2023

– Finland to become a major producer of clean hydrogen gas

Scenario work of Fingrid and Gasgrid Finland's joint project is completed,…
Business / 26.05.2023

Major growth in overnight stays by foreign tourists in Finnish Lapland

According to Statistics Finland, the number of overnight stays by foreign…
Politics / 26.05.2023

President Biden Nominates General Brown as Next Joint Chiefs of Staff

President Biden Thursday introduced General Charles “CQ” Brown Jr. as his…
Politics / 23.05.2023

Greenland Says Denmark Is Delaying the Investigation of the IUD Case

In a Facebook post, the leader of the Greenlandic government,…
Business
Nuclear-powered icebreaker

Russia to Begin Year-Round Shipping on Entire Northern Sea Route in 2024

Russian officials announced that year-round exports of liquified natural gas from the Arctic to Asia will begin early next year.
Arne O. Holm says
Arne O. Holm

Perhaps We Should Grow Bananas Along Our Border With Russia?

(Commentary) Norway is to be resurrected as an industrial nation. But which industries we should venture into, and why, is not easy to see. Soon, there will be only banana producers who have not knocked on the Norwegian Ministry of Finance's door, in the hunt for green subsidies.
Business
MGIMO University, Moscow

MGIMO to Teach Chinese in Arkhangelsk For Development of NSR

The Arctic Federal University in Arkhangelsk will introduce Chinese as a second foreign language in the student curriculum, with the help of the Moscow State Institute of International Relations.

Russia in the High North:

Politics

Russia to Cut Coal Production on Svalbard by 80 000 Tonnes by 2032

The yearly coal production in Barentsburg is planned to be reduced from 120 000 to 40…

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"Russia Will Stay in The Arctic Council as Long as it Serves Our Interests"
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Nuclear-powered icebreaker

Russia to Begin Year-Round Shipping on Entire Northern Sea Route in 2024

Russian officials announced that year-round exports of liquified natural gas from the…

Business
MGIMO University, Moscow

MGIMO to Teach Chinese in Arkhangelsk For Development of NSR

The Arctic Federal University in Arkhangelsk will introduce Chinese as a second…

Business
Utrenney GBS.

China To Supply Key Turbines to Novatek’s Arctic LNG 2

The Arctic LNG 2 project clears a major, and possibly final, hurdle. Chinese…

business
Rå Biopark med milliard-avtale på biogass i nord

Major Agreement for Biogas in Northern Norway

Rå BioPark and Barents NaturGass have entered into an agreement on the sales and distribution of biogas of a value of NOK 1,2 billion. "A milestone for the Northern Norwegian business sector and an important contribution to the green shift in the north," says the General Manager of Rå Biopark.
Business
Celsa

Long-Term Power Deal for Steel Producer Celsa in Northern Norway

Statkraft and Celsa Armeringsstål in Mo i Rana, Northern Norway, have entered into a long-term power agreement that provides the recycling company access to renewable energy.
Business
Utrenney GBS.

China To Supply Key Turbines to Novatek’s Arctic LNG 2

The Arctic LNG 2 project clears a major, and possibly final, hurdle. Chinese suppliers will deliver essential gas turbines allowing Novatek to open the LNG plant in 2023.
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    May 22 2023 - 12:18
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    May 23 2023 - 13:13
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    May 23 2023 - 12:22
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    May 26 2023 - 12:19
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Eda Ayaydin, Arctic Council

The Arctic Council, A Strengthening Descent From Pantheon to Agora

The Arctic Council has been experiencing a significant period of change since February 2022, according to PhD candidate Eda Ayaydin. She presents two noteworthy aspects in this Op-Ed.
Politics

The Russian Northern Fleet With Frequent Exercises in the Barents Sea and the White Sea

This week, the Russian Northern Fleet's destroyer, Admiral Ushakov, practices live-fire shooting in the Barents Sea – and the anti-submarine ship Onega practices submarine hunting in the White Sea. With this, the fleet has carried out 11 smaller exercises so far in May.
Newsletter
Norges ambassadør for Arktis, Morten Høglund.

What Now, Northern Norway?

Dear reader. What should be our livelihood in the High North and which industries have the right to life? In addition to military exercises, interesting op-eds, and the reactivation of the Arctic Council, this is the news from the week in the north.
Business
Giga Arctic Progress May 2023

Freyr Battery Ventures in the US, Delays in Norway

While awaiting the Norwegian government's response to the US support package for green industries, Freyr proceeds with the development of Giga Arctic at a measured pace. The battery company informs that they will now develop Giga America in parallel with Giga Arctic.
Politics
Norges ambassadør for Arktis, Morten Høglund.

The Arctic Council Resumes Some Activities in Mid-June

After more than a year of standstill, the Arctic Council starts its meetings again in mid-June.
Politics
PSC computer render

No Delivery Date As Timeline For New US Coast Guard Icebreaker Continues to Slip

The US Coast Guard does not currently have a date for completion of the new heavy icebreaker. Compounding delays could push delivery toward the end of this decade, or possibly beyond.
Business
Russisk tråler, Nord tral, til kai ved Kimek, Kirkenes

Norwegian Government Expects the Business Sector to Adhere to Sanctions

The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has sent out a reminder about the sanctions which applied to Russian fishing vessels' port calls. Among other things, it is specified that only emergency repairs of Russian fishing vessels are allowed.
Politics
Sergey Lavrov og Gudlaugur Thór Thórdarson, AC ministermøte 2021

Lavrov: "The Arctic Council’s Future Depends on Whether a Civilized Dialogue Can Continue"

Last week, Russia transferred the chairship of the Arctic Council to Norway. A way forward for the council requires joint efforts for dialogue to preserve the Arctic as a peaceful and stable region with constructive cooperation, says the Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Politics
Skjermbilde overlevering av Forsvarskommisjonens rapport

The Norwegian Defense Commission: The Defense Capability Must Be Significantly Strengthened. Now!

A united Nordic region in NATO leads to the increased strategic significance of the Kola Peninsula, believes the Norwegian Defense Commission. For the next 20 years, Norway and its allies must take into account the increasing Russian ability and willingness to threaten or use force in the north.
Arne O. Holm says
Arne O. Holm

Can a Rambling Democracy Denier and Sex Offender Ensure Our Freedom?

(Commentary) Imagine a head of state who believes Vladimir Putin to be intelligent, who refuses to support Ukraine, and who does not believe in democracy as a form of governance, in addition to having to pay NOK 50 million in compensatory and punitive damages.
Politics
Eems EnergyTerminal nov 2022

The Netherlands to Phase Out Russian Arctic LNG

The Netherlands has begun to phase out liquefied natural gas from the Russian Arctic. This leaves Belgium, France and Spain as the main importers of LNG from the country.
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